Alocasia Amazonica
Alocasia amazonica · Bold arrow-shaped leaves with pale veins for bright indoor corners.
- Height40–70 cm
- LightBright, indirect light
- CareModerate
Bold arrow-shaped leaves with pale veins for bright indoor corners.
- Light
- Bright indirect daylight
- Available height
- 40–70 cm
- Free delivery over HK$1,000
- Estimated delivery in 3–7 working days after payment
- Carried in and placed (lift buildings)
Included in this price
Nursery pot and potting soil included. Decorative planters are sold separately.
Estimated delivery: 3–7 working days · Rates vary by area & order value
Delivery rates & pickup
Free delivery: Tung Chung / South Lantau HK$500+; Discovery Bay over HK$800; other areas HK$1,000+.
Date confirmed by WhatsApp. Lift access: placed indoors. Walk-ups: building entrance; stair carry extra.
Pui O nursery pickup: Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm, by appointment once your order is ready.
Complete your plant setup
Add pots and care essentials to your order.
Choose a size to suit your nursery pot. Size details
Follow the bottle label for suitability and dilution.
Send up to 5 photos of your room or garden and we'll email plants, planters and placement within one business day.
What the price includes
- The plant: one plant, 40–70 cm tall, delivered in its nursery pot with potting soil, ready to place or to repot into a planter of your choice.
- Delivery details: we message you to confirm a date; walk-up buildings are delivered to the building entrance.
- Pickup available: by appointment at our Pui O nursery, Mon–Sat 10:00–17:00.
- Care guide included: message us on WhatsApp any time after delivery.
Alocasia Amazonica
Care & specifications
Bold arrow-shaped leaves with pale veins for bright indoor corners.
- Plant height
- 40–70 cm
- Recommended placement
- Living room · bright window; Bedroom · bright window
- Uses
- Office · Air purifying · Ornamental foliage
- Light needs
- Bright, indirect light
- Water needs
- Moderate
- Care level
- Moderate
Full details & care guide
Alocasia Amazonica (Elephant Ear)
Alocasia Amazonica 'Polly' Transform your indoor space with bold tropical drama using Alocasia Amazonica 'Polly', commonly known as the Elephant Ear or African Mask Plant – a compact hybrid renowned for its striking, arrow-shaped glossy dark green leaves accented by prominent silvery-white veins.
This architectural beauty adds instant sophistication and a jungle vibe to modern Hong Kong apartments, thriving as a statement piece on tables, shelves, or floors.
Key Features
- Dramatic Glossy Foliage — Large shield-like leaves with deep green surfaces and contrasting silver veins for a sculptural look.
- Compact Growth — Smaller than other Alocasias, ideal for limited urban spaces.
- Air-Purifying — Helps filter indoor toxins while adding humidity.
- Tropical Elegance — Brings exotic flair without needing a greenhouse.
- Beginner-Friendly (with care) — Rewarding once light and moisture needs are met.
Specifications
- Plant Height: Approx. 20-25 cm
- Pot size: H15cm x W14cm
- Shipping Condition: Healthy established plant with strong foliage
- Flowering Season: Rarely flowers indoors (grown for foliage)
- Recommended Placement: Bright indirect indoor light (avoid direct harsh sun)
Care Tips
- Care Tips (Beginner-Friendly) Light Prefers bright, indirect light. Place near east- or west-facing windows; tolerates medium light but veins pop most with filtered brightness. Avoid direct afternoon sun to prevent leaf burn.
- Soil Use loose, well-draining aroid mix (add perlite, orchid bark, or peat for aeration). Good drainage is essential.
- Watering Water thoroughly when top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry – keep moist but never soggy. Use filtered water if possible; allow slight drying in winter.
- Fertilizer Apply diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during spring-summer growth. Reduce in cooler months.
- Humidity Tip Loves high humidity (60%+); mist regularly, use a pebble tray or humidifier – thrives in Hong Kong's natural humidity or steamy bathrooms.
- Category
- Indoor Plants
- Foliage Plants
- Tropical Plants
- Air-Purifying Plants
- Statement Plants
Example photos
Not sure where it would go?
Send up to 5 photos of your room, terrace or garden and we'll email plants, planters and placement within one business day.
Send photos of your space for styling adviceFor a first suggestion we only need your photos, what you have in mind and a rough budget.
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